Baumatic BWM1216W User manual

BWM1216W 60 cm 6
kg Freestanding
washin
g
Machine

USER MANUAL FOR YOUR BAUMATIC
BWM1216W
60 cm 6 kg
Freestanding
washing machine
NOTE: This User Instruction Manual contains important
information, including safety & installation points, which will
enable you to get the most out of your appliance. Please keep it
in a safe place so that it is easily available for future reference; for
you or any person not familiar with the operation of the appliance.
GS 03/09/10
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Contents
Environmental note 4
Important safety information 5 – 6
Specifications 7
Description of the appliance 8
Controlpanel 9
LCDdisplay 10
Detergentdrawer 11
Preparing the wash cycle 11-14
Preparing your garments for washing 11-12
A selection of wash care symbols 13
Detergents and conditioners 13-14
Wash program table 14-15
Wash program guidance 15
Selecting a wash program 15-19
Descriptions of the wash programs 15 – 22
Childlock 19
Maintenance and cleaning 19-26
Indailyuse 19
Control panel and washing machine cabinet 20
Detergentdrawer 20
The washing machine drum 20-21
Door 21
Cleaning the drain pump filter 21
Cleaning the water inlet filter 22
Winterstorage 22
Removingstains 23
Stainremovalrules 23
Stain removal guide 23-24
Poor wash results 25-26
Installation 26-31
Removing the transit bolts 26
Locating your washing machine 27
Connecting to the mains water supply 28-29
Connecting to the water outlet 29
Levelling the appliance 30
Powersupply 30-31
Before first use maintenance wash 31
Error code failure system 31–32
General troubleshooting 32-34
Contact details 35

Environmental note
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Important safety information
Your safety is of the utmost importance to
Baumatic. Please make sure that you read this
instruction booklet before attempting to install or
use the appliance. If you are unsure of any of the
information contained in this booklet, please
contact the Baumatic Advice Line.
General Safety
oRepairs to your appliance must only be carried out by a
Baumatic engineer or one of its authorised service agents. Any
attempt by an inexperienced person to repair the appliance,
could result in injury or damage to your washing machine.
oIf you notice that the mains cable is damaged. The appliance
must not be used. The same applies if you notice that the
worktop, control panel or base area is damaged. As this could
allow access to the internal components of the machine.
oThe appliance should be turned off and isolated from the mains
supply, before either cleaning or maintenance work is attempted.
oThe mains cable must not be used to pull the plug out of the
electrical socket.
oThe machine should not be sprayed with water.
oThe glass of the porthole door may become hot during the higher
temperature wash programs.
oThe machine should be allowed to cool before carrying out an
emergency drain or cleaning the drain filter.
oIt is possible for small animals to chew either the mains cable or
water hoses, which could cause an electric shock hazard.
Installation
oThe installation instructions contained within this user manual
should be followed.
oIt is obligatory for the completed installation to comply with all
relevant building regulations and local water authority
requirements.
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oBefore the first use of the appliance, we advise that a 95
degree cotton wash is completed. No garments should be
placed inside the machine; however a small amount of
detergent must be used.
During Use
oIt is recommended that the appliance is unplugged and the
water supply is turned off after the machine is used.
oThis appliance is only designed to wash normal domestic wash
loads. If you use your washing machine in any other way or it is
incorrectly used, then Baumatic accepts no liability for any
damage that might be caused and any guarantee will be void.
oNo attempt should be made to alter or modify the specifications
of this appliance.
oThe detergents that you place in this appliance should be
suitable for automatic washing machines. With regards to dosage
levels, the detergent manufacturer’s recommendations should be
followed.
oYou should not wash garments that have been in contact with
flammable materials.
oYour washing machine should not be used for dry cleaning.
oIf you use either dyes or bleaching agents inside this machine,
then you should consult with the manufacturer of these products
to make sure they are suitable for use in your washing machine.
Baumatic cannot be held responsible for any damage that may
result.
Child Safety
oYour washing machine should only be used by adults. You should
not allow children in the area of the machine unsupervised. You
should not let them touch the controls or play with the appliance.
oIt could be possible for a child or pet to gain access to the
washing machine through the porthole door. Therefore please
check the drum before using the appliance.
oAny packaging that is removed from the machine should be kept
away from children.
oAll detergents should be kept out of a child’s reach and in a safe
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Specifications
o14 wash programs
o6 kg wash load
o1200 rpm maximum spin speed
oLED display
oElectronic control operation
oDelay start
oDigital countdown indicator
oDoor locked indicator
o300 mm porthole
o45 litre drum size
oFailure detection system
oImbalance control system
oOverflow protection
oFoam protection
oAnti-crease function
oAdjustable feet
oSafety door lock
Appliance dimensions
Height: 850 mm
Width: 595 mm
Depth: 495 mm
Ratings
Energyefficiencyclass A
Wash performance class A
Water extraction performance class B
For future reference please record the following information which can
be found on the rating plate and the date of purchase which can be
found on your sales invoice. The rating plate for your washing machine
will either be located on the right hand side of the cabinet or behind
the porthole door.
Model Number ……………………………….
Serial Number ……………………………….
Date of Purchase ……………………………….

Description of the appliance
Detergent
compartment Control panel
Door handle
Basket
Service panel
Filter door
Accessories
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Control panel
1) Washing program selection dial. Use this dial to select the
required washing program.
2) Start / pause button. Press this button to start or pause a
washing cycle.
3) Water level selection button. Press this button to select the
required water level according to the amount of laundry from
the following options:
High Æ Mid Æ Low Æ Tiny
4) Temperature selection button. Press this button to set the
temperature of the water for a washing program from the
following options:
95°C Æ 60°C Æ 40°C Æ 30°C
5) Spin speed selection button. Press this button to select the
spin speed for the chosen washing program from the following
options:
1200
Æ 900 Æ 600 Æ No Spin
6) Delay start button. Press this button to delay the start of the
washing cycle. Repeatedly press the button to choose a time
between 0-24 hours.
7) Function button. Press this button to choose from two
additional functions for your washing cycle. You can add an
extra rinse or a pre-wash to get a better washing result.
8) Add garment button. Press this button to add more clothes
during a washing cycle. The cycle will pause and the door will
unlock. Press the start / pause button after adding the extra
clothes and closing the door to continue the cycle.
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LCD display
Wash cycle progress indicator. The current wash cycle phase will
light on the display to indicate the progress of the program from “Pre-
Wash”, “Wash”, “Rinse” and “Spin”.
Delay start. The “Delay” icon will flash to indicate the delay time
which has been set. The program will begin after the set delay time.
Remain indicator. After the washing cycle has begun, “Remain” will
light and the remaining time will be displayed until the wash program
ends.
Child locked. When the child-lock function is activated this icon will
light. The light will go off when the lock is deactivated.
Door locked. When the door is in the lock state, this icon will light.
The door can be opened only after the light turns off.
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